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New Classic LA is a website engaged with the avant garde music scene in Los Angeles.

Founded in 2011 by Nick Norton and now run by Richard An, we feature concert reviews, interviews with artists, and a calendar of events we think our readers will be interested in.

New Classic LA, as a project of Equal Sound, enjoys 501(c) 3 nonprofit status. Please consider supporting our work with a donation.

Upcoming Concerts

Tuesday, December 3 2024
  • T@MS Presents Sarah Gibson Small Chamber Works
    Monk Space
    8:00 PM

    Sarah Gibson was a beloved member of our community and was frequently featured on Tuesdays @ Monk Space as a composer and pianist. Join us for an evening celebrating her life and music by exploring her small chamber works. Performers include Aperture Duo, Eclipse Quartet, Alyssa Park, Vicki Ray, and members of Brightwork Ensemble. This concert is part of a citywide celebration of Sarah’s music during the 2024/25 season.

Saturday, December 7 2024
  • Delirium Musicum Holiday Season Benefit Concert
    First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica
    7:30 PM

    As the holidays approach, we are looking forward to our final concert of 2024. We are back for our holiday season benefit concert featuring our ferocious musicians and launching our year-end fundraising campaign to support all the delirious music-making we have planned for you coming up in 2025. Come join us for a night filled with beautiful music and holiday cheer. This event is a perfect way to get into the festive spirit and support a good cause. Don't miss out on this special evening of music and giving back. Grab your friends and family and join us for a memorable night at the Holiday Season Benefit Concert!
    Special pricing from $15 to $100, and VIP seating for those who choose the benefactor tickets.
    https://www.deliriummusicum.com/concerts

Wednesday, December 11 2024
  • Two-0-ninE
    Monk Space
    8:00 PM

    A concert featuring new works by the students in the PhD. program of Integrated Composition, Improvisation, and Technology (ICIT) degree at University of California Irvine, led by Prof. Kojiro Umezaki. Featuring new works by:
    Fabricio Cavero
    Oliver George-Brown
    Rebecca Larkin
    Xuanqi Liu
    Nolan Miranda & Daniel Richardson
    Alyssa Wixson
    Lisa Yoshida

    please RSVP at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/two-0-nine-tickets-1057446243179

    $10 General Admission also available at the door via Cash, Venmo, Apple Cash, or Zelle. Street parking only.
    Learn more about the ICIT program: https://music.arts.uci.edu/icit/